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FEBRUARY 2020
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Your official guide to what’s happening in and around Scottsdale
Scottsdale Western Week
CELEBRATION OF FINE ARTJanuary 18 – March 29, 2020 | celebrateart.com
Connect with the art you love! This juried, invitational show and art sale features more than 40,000 square feet of working studios and works of art by 100 renowned and emerging artists from across the country. Don’t miss the hour-long Art Discovery Series panel discussions every Friday at 4 p.m.
CACTUS LEAGUE SPRING TRAININGFebruary 22 – March 24, 2020 | springtraininginscottsdale.com
Every year, Scottsdale hosts the San Francisco Giants, Colorado Rockies and Arizona Diamondbacks for MLB Spring Training. The Giants play in the heart of Old Town at Scottsdale Stadium, while the Rockies and Diamondbacks play at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Come cheer on your favorite team!
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SCOTTSDALE ARABIAN HORSE SHOWFebruary 13-23, 2020 | scottsdaleshow.com
Since 1955, the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show has set the pace in the Arabian horse world. Today, the show attracts nearly 2,400, premier horses, owners, trainers and breeders from around the world to compete for a chance to win.
For the most up-to-date events, visit EventsInScottsdale.com
FEBRUARY HIGHLIGHTS
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*ARIZONA INDIAN FESTIVALFebruary 8-9, 2020 | arizonaindiantourism.org
Don’t miss this unique celebration of authentic Native American culture! Arizona is made up of 22 tribes, most of which will be represented at the event. Enjoy dancing, singing and storytelling, as well as cooking demonstrations, arts and crafts, and examples of traditional dwellings.
*SCOTTSDALE WESTERN WEEKFebruary 1-9, 2020 | scottsdalewesternweek.com
Experience the best of Scottsdale’s Old West heritage during Western Week! Individual events held throughout the week are perfect for the whole family and include highlights such as the arrival of the Hashknife Pony Express, Western Week ArtWalk, Parada del Sol Parade and the Arizona Indian Festival.
WASTE MANAGEMENT PHOENIX OPENJanuary 27 – February 2, 2020 | wmphoenixopen.com
Year after year, “The Greatest Show on Grass” draws the largest crowds on the PGA TOUR to the TPC Scottsdale. Past champions include Rickie Fowler (2019), Gary Woodland (2018) and Hideki Matsuyama (2017, 2016). After dark, head over to the Bird’s Nest Music Festival.
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FEBRUARY 1*Old Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234 arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com
Pavlo in ConcertScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
David Huckfelt & Pieta BrownMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
The SpinnersThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
Coors Light Birds Nest: KYGOTPC Scottsdale, see website for detailscoorslightbirdsnest.com
FEBRUARY 1-2Waste Management Phoenix OpenTPC Scottsdale, see website for details480-585-2083, wmphoenixopen.com
“Fiddler on the Roof”ASU Gammage, see website for details480-965-3434, asugammage.comAn exciting new take on the classic Broadway hit featuring stunning choreography and all the music you love!
“Murder on the Nile”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m. 480-483-1664, desertstages.org
FEBRUARY 2Tanya Tagaq: RetributionMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 3-4George WinstonMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 4Talk CinemaScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Riders of the Purple Sage: The Making of a WesternScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 5Wyatt Earp: A Life on the FrontierWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 1 p.m.480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.com
Carmela y Más: Salsa Con Sabor!ASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
FEBRUARY 6*Western Week ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com
FEBRUARY 7
*Hashknife Pony ExpressWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.480-686-9539 hashknifeponyexpress.comEvery year, the Hashknife Pony Express travels 200 miles from Holbrook to Scottsdale, delivering 20,000 first-class letters by horseback.
*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.com
Music in the Garden: Big Pete Pearson Blues BandDesert Botanical Garden, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
Carnival of IllusionTempe Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-359-7469, carnivalofillusion.com
The Music of Jerry RiopelleThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
FEBRUARY 7-8Ladysmith Black MambazoMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUA RY EV ENTS
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ONGOING EVENTS
ElsewhereWonderspaces Arizonaarizona.wonderspaces.comThru 3/28/20
Celebration of Fine ArtHayden Rd. & Loop 101, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.480-443-7695, celebrateart.comThru 3/29/20 Titanic: The Artifact ExhibitionOdySea in the Deserttitanicaz.comThru Spring 2020
Grand Procession: Contemporary Plains Indian DollsHeard Museum602-252-8840, heard.orgThru 4/17/20
*Squidsoup: MurmurationScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666, smoca.orgThru 5/1/20Hundreds of lights and audio sources create a harmonious auditory experience by day and a dynamic audiovisual experience by night!
“Wild Rising” by Cracking ArtDesert Botanical Garden480-941-1225, dbg.orgThru 5/10/20
Design Transfigured/Waste ReimaginedScottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art480-874-4666, smoca.orgThru 5/15/20
Maynard Dixon’s American WestWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West480-686-9539scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 8/2/20
Congo Masks & Music: Masterpieces from Central AfricaMusical Instrument Museum480-478-6000, mim.orgThru 9/13/20This new exhibit offers a glimpse into the dramatic and lively masquerade traditions of Central Africa, with a collection of more than 150 rare masks, instruments and costumes.
Paul Calle’s Life of Exploration: From the Mountains to the MoonWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West 480-686-9539scottsdalemuseumwest.orgThru 10/11/20
*Scottsdale ArtWalkOld Town ScottsdaleEvery Thursday, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.scottsdalegalleries.comScottsdale’s legendary ArtWalk began in 1975 and is celebrated throughout the Old Town Scottsdale Arts District every Thursday evening year-round. Stroll at your own pace through dozens of galleries as you enjoy live music, artist demonstrations and inspiring exhibitions.
WEEKLY FEATURE!
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FEBRUARY 7-9Waterfront Fine Art & Wine FestivalScottsdale Waterfront, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-837-5637, thunderbirdartists.com
“Murder on the Nile”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m. 480-483-1664, desertstages.org
FEBRUARY 8*Old Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234 arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com
*Parada del Sol Parade & Trail’s End FestivalOld Town ScottsdaleParade 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Festival 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.602-320-1483, scottsdaleparade.comOne of the world’s longest horse-drawn parades moseys through Old Town followed by a block party with pony rides, live music and more!
*Old Town Scottsdale Art & Cultural Trolley Tour Departs from Old Adobe Mission 10:30 a.m.602-826-3155, ultimatearttours.com(Reservations required)
Carnival of IllusionTempe Center for the Arts 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.480-359-7469, carnivalofillusion.com
*Movies in the Desert: “Incredibles 2”Odysea in the Desert, 5 p.m.odyseainthedesert.com
Letras Sonoras: Francesca Anderegg & Reinaldo MoyaASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
Felix Cavaliere’s RascalsThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
FEBRUARY 8-9*Arizona Indian FestivalScottsdale Civic Center Park See website for detailsarizonaindiantourism.org
World Championship Hoop Dance ContestHeard Museum, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.602-252-8840, heard.org
Street Eats Food Truck FestivalSalt River Fields at Talking Stick 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.480-270-5000, streeteatsaz.com
Corks & CactusDesert Botanical Garden 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
Cirque Éloize – HOTELScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Sat. 8 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgTheatre and circus collide as Cirque Éloize brings its contemporary, family-friendly extravaganza to Scottsdale!
FEBRUARY 9Rusty Ferracane: High StandardsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 2:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 9-23Greater Phoenix Jewish Film FestivalHarkins Shea 14 Theater See website for details602-753-9366, gpjff.org
FEBRUARY 12Hear the Lonesome Whistle Blow: Arizona’s RailroadsWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 11 a.m.480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.com
Terry Riley with Gyan Riley: Live at 85!Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
Think + DrinkDesert Botanical Garden 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
Las CafeterasASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
FEBRUARY 13*Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com
Garden MixtapeDesert Botanical Garden 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.orgMix it up at the Garden with danceable tunes by local acts, seasonal craft beers and more than a few surprises!
FEBRUARY 13-23Scottsdale Arabian Horse ShowWestWorld of Scottsdale See website for schedule480-515-1500, scottsdaleshow.com
FEBRUARY 14*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.com
Music in the Garden: Michael Reed & CompanyDesert Botanical Garden, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
An Evening with Ralna EnglishASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
Malpaso Dance CompanyScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 14-15Acoustic Hot Tuna with Dick BoakMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 14-16“Murder on the Nile”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m. 480-483-1664, desertstages.org
FEBRUARY 15*Old Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234 arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com
Contra-Tiempo: joyUS justUSASU Gammage, 7 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.com
Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592, daviscircusofillusion.com
Al Di MeolaThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
Kat EdmonsonScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 15-16
Arizona Vegetarian Food FestivalScottsdale Civic Center Park Amphitheater, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.azvegfoodfest.comDiscover the latest in cutting-edge plant-based food, take a yoga class, and enjoy live music, arts and crafts.
FEBRUARY 16*Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Phil Vassar: “Stripped Down” Acoustic TourMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
Frankie Valli & The Four SeasonsASU Gammage, 7:30 p.m.480-965-3434, asugammage.com
FEBRUARY 17-18Marcia Ball & Sonny LandrethMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 20*Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com
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FEBRUARY 20, CONT.One of These NightsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Phoenix Chamber Music Society: Opus OneASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
FEBRUARY 21
*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.comExplore Native American cultures of Arizona through storytelling, music and dance, including the thrilling hoop dance!
*Conservation Science NightPhoenix Zoo, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.602-286-3800, phoenixzoo.org
Carnival of IllusionTempe Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-359-7469, carnivalofillusion.com
Burton Cummings & BandThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
FEBRUARY 21-23“Beautiful: The Carole King Musical”ASU Gammage See website for details480-965-3434, asugammage.com
“Murder on the Nile”Scottsdale Desert Stages Theatre Fri. & Sat. 7:30 p.m. / Sun. 2 p.m. 480-483-1664, desertstages.org
FEBRUARY 22*Old Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234 arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com
Carnival of IllusionTempe Center for the Arts 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.480-359-7469, carnivalofillusion.com
Dee Dee Bridgewater: “Dear Ella”Musical Instrument Museum 6 p.m. & 8 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
Sippin’ Series: Coffee & CocktailsScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Davis Circus of IllusionWonders of the World Theater at Cattle Track, 7:30 p.m.480-330-1592, daviscircusofillusion.comEnter the realm of mind-blowing illusion, mystifying magic and side-splitting comedy with master illusionist Craig Davis.
Little River BandSalt River Grand Ballroom at Talking Stick Resort, 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
Stefon Harris and BlackoutScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 22-23Devour Culinary ClassicDesert Botanical Garden 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
The Spouse WhispererScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Sat. 3 p.m & 7 p.m. / Sun. 3 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
FEBRUARY 22 – MARCH 22San Francisco Giants Spring TrainingScottsdale Stadium See website for detailsspringtraininginscottsdale.com
Arizona Diamondbacks Spring TrainingSalt River Fields at Talking Stick See website for detailsspringtraininginscottsdale.com
FEBRUARY 22 – MARCH 24Colorado Rockies Spring TrainingSalt River Fields at Talking Stick See website for detailsspringtraininginscottsdale.com
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FEBRUARY 23*Sunday A’FairScottsdale Civic Center Park 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Major League Legends: Hank AaronWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 1 p.m.480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.org
The Chieftains: The Irish GoodbyeScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.orgEnjoy an evening of exciting Irish music with this six-time Grammy Award-winning group that is known for reinventing traditional music on a contemporary and international scale.
Riders in the SkyMusical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 27Garden Happy HourDesert Botanical Garden 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
*Scottsdale ArtWalkScottsdale Arts District (Main St. & Marshall Way), 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. scottsdalegalleries.com
FEBRUARY 27-28Lila Downs: Al ChileMusical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
FEBRUARY 28Maynard Dixon’s American West Along the Distant MesaWestern Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West, 1 p.m.480-686-9539 scottsdalemuseumwest.com
*Native American DancingHyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa 5 p.m.480-444-1234, scottsdale.hyatt.com
Music in the Garden: Marmalade SkiesDesert Botanical Garden 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.480-941-1225, dbg.org
Tuena Marie & FriendsASU Kerr, 7:30 p.m.480-596-2660, asukerr.com
Ballet HispánicoScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 8 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Human NatureThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
FEBRUARY 29*Old Town Scottsdale Farmers MarketBrown Ave. & First St., 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.623-848-1234 arizonacommunityfarmersmarkets.com
David Sanborn QuartetMusical Instrument Museum 7 p.m. & 9 p.m.480-478-6000, mim.org
The Lonely: Celebrating the Music of Roy OrbisonScottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7:30 p.m.480-499-8587, scottsdalearts.org
Jimmie VaughanThe Showroom at Talking Stick Resort 8 p.m.480-850-7777, talkingstickresort.com
FEBRUARY 29 – MARCH 8
*Arizona Sun Circuit Quarter Horse ShowWestWorld of Scottsdale See website for details623-869-8037, suncircuit.comWatch more than 1,500 of the best quarter horses and riders from around the world as they compete for more than $140,000 in prizes.
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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS
PARADA DEL SOL RODEOMarch 5-8, 2020 | paradadelsol.net
One of the oldest, PRCA-sanctioned rodeos in the country, the Parada del Sol Rodeo features four action-packed performances that include bull riding, wrestling, calf roping and barrel racing. There’s plenty of rodeo-style fun for the whole family!
GOODGUYS SPRING NATIONALSMarch 20-22, 2020 | good-guys.com
This premier hotrod show is one of the fastest-growing events on the Goodguys calendar and features more than 2,500 hot rods, customs, muscle cars and classics. The event also features more than 200 vendor exhibits, a model car show, Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition and a free Kids’ Zone.
*TOP SHELF SMALL WORKS SHOWFebruary 21 – March 15, 2020 | sonoranartsleague.org
Presented by the Sonoran Arts League, this show features works by locally and nationally known Arizona artists, including paintings, sculptures and mixed-media pieces. While sizes vary, each artist was asked to create works close to a 12" x 12" configuration.
SCOTTSDALE ARTS FESTIVALMarch 13-15, 2020 | scottsdaleartsfestival.org
More than 175 artists from coast to coast bring their creations to Scottsdale for this exciting three-day festival. Local bands provide live music and some of the Valley’s best food trucks dish up mouthwatering cuisine. Don’t miss all the family-friendly art activities!
INTERNATIONAL SPORTSMAN’S EXPOMarch 13-15, 2020 | sportsexpos.com
This exciting show at WestWorld of Scottsdale features hundreds of exhibitors showcasing the latest destinations and products for fishing, hunting, boating, RVing and off-roading. Tickets include the Arizona Boat Show, which features boats, kayaks, SUPs and more.
ELSEWHERE AT WONDERSPACESOngoing thru March 28, 2020 | arizona.wonderspaces.com
The artists of “Elsewhere” encourage viewers to question our reality. Their installations rewrite the laws that govern the physical world and our interactions with it. Departing from what we know to be true, they offer glimpses into what else there can be!
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